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Manchester United youngster Demetri Mitchell to join Hearts on loan despite Premier League interest

Hearts have agreed a deal to take Manchester United youngster Demetri Mitchell on loan until the end of the season.

Hearts, who are currently fifth in the Scottish Premier League, could give Mitchell his Tynecastle debut against Hibernian in the Scottish Cup later this month.

The 20-year-old is a 6ft full-back with natural left-footed ability and has been a frequent figure in United's under 23s side so far this season, making 12 appearances and scoring four goals.

Demetri Mitchell has joined Hearts on loan in search of first-team opportunities
Demetri Mitchell has joined Hearts on loan in search of first-team opportunities

Manchester-born Mitchell joined United aged 10, and has gone onto to feature in the England youth teams, where he was part of the 2014 under 17 European Championship winners.